Earthquake Sound RCS 800 User Manual

Reference Ceiling Speakers  
Model:  
RCS-650  
RCS-800  
User’s Manual  
RCS-650  
RCS-800  
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Safety Instructions  
1) Read these instructions in their entirety.  
2) Store this manual and packaging in a safe place.  
3) Heed all warnings.  
4) Follow instructions (do not take short cuts).  
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.  
6) Clean only with a dry cloth.  
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the  
manufacturer’s instructions.  
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,  
stoves, or other apparatuses that produce heat.  
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A  
polarized plus has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-  
type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or  
the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not  
fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete  
outlet.  
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at  
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the pint where they exit from the  
apparatus.  
11) Only use attachments & accessories specified by the manufacturer.  
12) Use only compatible rack or cart for final resting position.  
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightening storm or when unused for a long  
period of time.  
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required  
when the apparatus has been damaged in anyway, such as: power-  
supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have  
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or  
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.  
15) To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus  
to rain or moisture.  
Specifications are subject to change without notice  
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Unpacking System Components  
• Keep the original carton and packing materials for future shipment or  
storage.  
• Check for any visual signs of damage. If you encounter any concealed  
damage, consult your Earthquake Sound dealer before proceeding with unit  
installation.  
• Retain the sales receipt as it establishes the duration of the limited warranty  
and provides information for insurance purposes.  
System Installation Considerations  
There are several factors to consider before installing Earthquake Sound’s  
RCS In-Ceiling Speakers.  
• What are the intended listening zones?  
• What system options and accessories might be required for features such  
as local sources, etc.?  
• From where in each zone will the listener prefer to control the system? Where  
will the remote gains be located? Where will the speakers be located?  
• Where will the source equipment be located?  
Connection Tips  
• Keep all power cords away from all signal cables to prevent humming from  
induced noise.  
• Choose reliable signal cable cords (Earthquake Sound also specializes in  
high-performance RCA cables and patches).  
• All speaker wires that are ran through the walls should be twisted to reduce  
potential hum noise pick up.  
• Label both ends of all wires with the corresponding room location.  
• It is best to use a grounded electrical outlet to power the amplifier. Lack of  
input ground reference could be unsafe. Consult your electrical contractor  
about proper grounding.  
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Painting Guidelines  
RCS in-ceiling speakers are paintable and can accept virtually any type of  
paint. Spray and roller paint applications typically provide the best results.  
When you are ready to begin painting remember to shield the driver and  
tweeter from the paint. Be sure to remove the inner grille cloth before painting.  
Replace it once the paint has completely dried.  
Speaker Placement  
RCS in-ceiling speakers are designed to be flush mounted in walls or ceilings.  
To optimize their acoustics you should follow these simple guidelines:  
For best stereo reproduction the speakers should be placed an equal distance  
from your listening position and separated so that the angle between them is  
between 40 and sixty degrees. The units should be placed with the tweeters  
angled toward the ear level of the seated listener.  
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Easy Installation  
1
Cut the hole using  
the provided cut out  
template  
2
Wire the speaker  
using the non-  
obtrusive spring-  
loaded terminals  
3
Mount the speaker  
by utilizing the Turn-  
N-Lock installation  
mechanisms  
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RCS-650 Specifications  
Woofer Size:  
6-1/2” (165mm)  
Woofer Material:  
Tweeter Size:  
Tweeter Material:  
Power Handling RMS:  
Power Handling Max:  
Frequency Response:  
Sensitivity:  
Polypropylene  
1” (25mm)  
silk dome/NEO magnet  
5 - 80W  
160W  
45Hz - 20kHz  
92dB  
Impedance:  
8-ohm  
Crossover:  
12dB/octave filter network with polyswitch  
White/Paintable  
Finish:  
Weight:  
2.48 lbs (1.12kg)  
8” (203.8mm)  
6-3/4” (172mm)  
3” (77mm)  
3-1/8” (80mm)  
7” (177mm)  
Frame Diameter:  
Grille Diameter:  
8” (203.8mm)  
6-3/4” (172mm)  
7” (177mm)  
Cut-out Hole Diameter:  
Mounting Depth:  
Magnet Diameter:  
3” (77mm)  
3-1/8” (80mm)  
Specifications are subject to change without notice  
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RCS-800 Specifications  
Woofer Size:  
8” (203mm)  
Woofer Material:  
Tweeter Size:  
Tweeter Material:  
Power Handling RMS:  
Power Handling Max:  
Frequency Response:  
Sensitivity:  
Polypropylene  
1” (25mm)  
silk dome/NEO magnet  
10 - 100W  
200W  
45Hz - 20kHz  
92dB  
Impedance:  
8-ohm  
Crossover:  
12dB/octave filter network with polyswitch  
White/Paintable  
Finish:  
Weight:  
3.04 lbs (1.38kg)  
9-5/8” (245mm)  
8-3/8” (213mm)  
3-7/8”  
(98mm)  
3-5/16” (85mm)  
8-9/16” (217mm)  
Frame Diameter:  
Grille Diameter:  
9-5/8” (245mm)  
8-3/8” (213mm)  
8-9/16” (217mm)  
3-7/8” (98mm)  
3-5/16” (85mm)  
Cut-out Hole Diameter:  
Mounting Depth:  
Magnet Diameter:  
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Matching Products  
For more involved projects requiring multiple pairs of Earthquake In-Ceiling  
Speakers, use the Cinénova IR16. This 16 channel, 8 zone amplifier is the  
best multi-room amplifier on the market. It can output 100 watt RMS with a  
bridged 8-ohm set up and 150 watt RMS with a 4-ohm configuration.  
Cinénova IR16 also comes with 8 IR remote controls, 8 keypads, and 4 remote  
eyes for ultimate multi-room control.  
Recommended Configuration  
50W RMS per channel (8-ohm stereo with all channels driven)  
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10 Year Limited Warranty  
RCS In-Ceiling (10) year limited warranty:  
Earthquake warrants the original purchaser that the speaker or amplifier  
(product) is free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal  
and proper use, for a period of ten (10) years from the date of purchase (as  
shown on the original bill of sale with serial number affixed/written on it). The  
ten (10) year warranty period is valid only if the product is properly installed  
by an Earthquake authorized party, and the warranty registration card is  
properly filled out and sent to Earthquake Sound Corporation. If the product  
is installed by a non-authorized dealer, a thirty (30) day warranty period  
applies.  
(A) Ten (10) year limited warranty guidelines: (If installed by an authorized  
Earthquake dealer)  
First year: Earthquake pays for labor, parts, and ground freight  
(only in US mainland) back to customer.  
Second to Tenth year: Earthquake pays only for labor. Customer  
must pay for parts and freight both ways.  
(B) Warning:  
• Products (sent for repair) that are tested by Earthquake  
technicians and deemed to have no problem, will not be covered  
by the limited warranty. Customer will be charged a minimum of  
one (1) hour of labor (ongoing rates) plus shipping charges back  
to customer.  
• Each product sent for repair must be packaged in its original  
packaging. Otherwise, there will be repackaging charge in  
addition to labor, parts and shipping charges.  
(C) Earthquake agrees to repair or replace - at our option - all such defective  
products/parts subject to the following provisions:  
• Defective products/parts have not been altered or repaired by  
other than an Earthquake factory approved technician.  
• Products/parts are not subjected to negligence, misuse, improper  
use, or accident, damaged by improper line voltage, used with  
incompatible products, or have its serial number or any part of it  
altered, defaced or removed, or have been used in any way that is  
contrary to Earthquake’s written instructions.  
(D) Warranty Limitations:  
Earthquake warranty does not cover products that have been modified or  
abused. Including but not limited to the following:  
• Damages to speaker cabinet and cabinet finish due to misuse,  
abuse, or use of improper use of cleaning materials/methods.  
• Bent speaker frame, broken speaker connectors, holes in speaker  
cone, surround & dust cap, burnt speaker voice coil.  
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10 Year Limited Warranty (cont.)  
• Fading, deterioration of speaker components & finish due to  
improper exposure to elements.  
• Bent amplifier casing, damaged finish on the casing due to abuse,  
misuse, or improper use of cleaning material.  
• Burnt tracers on PCB.  
• Product/part damaged due to poor packaging or abusive shipping  
conditions.  
• Subsequent damage to other products.  
A warranty claim will not be valid if the warranty registration card is not  
properly filled & returned to Earthquake with a copy of the purchase receipt.  
(E) Service Request:  
To receive product(s) service, contact Earthquake service department  
at (510) 732-1000 and request an RMA number (Return Material  
Authorization), items shipped without a valid RMA number will be refused.  
Make sure you provide us with your complete/correct shipping address,  
a valid phone number, and a brief description of the problem you are  
experiencing with the product. In most cases, our technicians might be able  
to resolve the problem over the phone, thus eliminating the need to ship the  
product.  
(F) Shipping Instructions:  
Product(s) must be packaged in its original protective box(es) to minimize  
transport damage and avoid repackaging charges. Shipper claims regarding  
items damaged in transit must be presented to carrier. Earthquake Sound  
Corporation reserves the right to refuse products that are improperly  
packaged. A copy of the purchase receipt must accompany product returned  
for service. We encourage you to include with the package a written  
description of the problem. Ship product to:  
Earthquake Sound Corp.  
2727 McCone Avenue  
Hayward, CA 94545  
Ph (510) 732-1000  
You are responsible for the cost of shipping the product to Earthquake  
Sound Corporation.  
(G) Disputes Resolution:  
All disputes - between clients and Earthquake Sound Corporation - resulting  
from the one (1) year limited warranty policy must be resolved according to  
the laws & regulations of the county of Alameda, California.  
Specifications are subject to change without notice  
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The Sound That Will Move You.  
Earthquake Sound reserves the right to amend details of the  
specifications without notice.  
© Copyright Earthquake Sound Corporation  
Earthquake Sound Corporation  
2727 McCone Avenue, Hayward CA, 94545  
Phone: (510) 732-1000 Fax: (510) 732-1095  

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